It’ll be his first go as an offensive coordinator since 2006, when he fortified Alex Smith for the 49ers. At least Weeden is further along than Smith, who in '05 was a wreck: one TD pass, 11 picks and a 50.9-percent completion rate.

With the 49ers likely to part with Smith in a few months, I wouldn't be stunned to see the San Diegan join the Browns. Hey, it worked for Brian Sipe.